In 1997, DNA profiling revealed the grape to be a spontaneous crossing of Cabernet Franc and Sauvignon Blanc which took place in 17th century southwestern France. Sommelier Secrets for Cabernet Sauvignonĭespite the modern importance and ubiquity of Cabernet Sauvignon, it is actually a relatively young variety. With a mature Cabernet, opt for tender, slow-cooked meat dishes. Perfect Food Pairings for Cabernet SauvignonĬabernet Sauvignon wine pairs well with rich, intense meat dishes-beef, lamb and venison, in particular-where its opulent fruit and decisive tannins make an equal match to the dense protein of the meat. On that note, great wine leads to a kind of drop-dead silence all its own, doesn’t it We’re quietly thrilled to share the 2017 Radio Silence Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley. Silence, Cage posited, is in actuality bursting with sound. It expresses notes of blackberry, cassis, plum, currant, spice and tobacco. The piece was The Roaring Silence, by composer John Cage. Cabernet Sauvignon is a dry red wine rich in color, tannin and extract. In warmer regions like California, Washington, Argentina, Chile and Australia, you can typically expect more upfront fruit flavors. Cabernet Sauvignon from the Napa Valley is responsible for some of the world’s most prestigious, age-worthy and sought-after cult wines. In the Old World you'll often find the more earthy side of Cabernet Sauvignon wine. Looking for up to 6-bottles of 2018 Radio Silence Cabernet 1 Post by PHuff Sat 5:49 pm I have lots of high-end stuff to trade (SQN for example), or will pay cash. It expresses notes of blackberry, cassis, plum, currant, spice and tobacco. Broad and bold on entry, the palate is weighty and smooth, densely packed with super-fine tannins, followed by a cleansing wash of acidity. While topped up with toasty rich black fruit. Tasting Notes for Cabernet SauvignonĬabernet Sauvignon is a dry red wine rich in color, tannin and extract. Yesterday Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 presents delicate strains of vanilla hinting at the new French oak aging regimen. (Enjoying a great deal of success in various regions around the world, this blend is now globally referred to as a Bordeaux Blend.) Cabernet Sauvignon from the Napa Valley is responsible for some of the world’s most prestigious, age-worthy and sought-after “cult” wines. These blends are typically mostly Cabernet with Merlot and smaller amounts of some combination of Cabernet Franc, Malbec and Petit Verdot. Cabernet Sauvignon flourishes in temperate climates like Bordeaux where it forms the base of the Medoc reds. Inherently high in tannins and acidity, the best bottlings of Cabernet can age beautifully for decades. A noble variety bestowed with both power and concentration, Cabernet Sauvignon enjoys success all over the globe.